Founding President

Brother Christopher Blanks is a community Abolitionist, Author, and Artist.  He is the founder of the Black Abolition Movement for the Mind (B.A.M.M.).  B.A.M.M. is dedicated to the uplifting and enlightenment of the community and people, as a grassroots, poetic 501c3 organization outreaching to all of alike mind and interest.  Brother Christopher Blanks has served the Lake and Cook County area for over 30 years as a modern day Abolitionist, community developer, and in the area of youth advocacy and empowerment.  In addition, he is a dynamic poet.  He has been able to use his gift of words to change communities and the political climate in many settings.

 

His accomplishments include:

• Guest speaking and performing at over 100 different schools, community organizations, city events, and in many other capacities.  A few places include Chicago State University, Malcolm X College of Chicago, Meager Evers College of Brooklyn New York, Nuyorican Poets Café Lower eastside New York, Oak Park High School Reunion Laurel MS, Hollywood Showcase in Los Angeles CA, Black Book Tour of East St. Louis Mo, New York City with Minister Akbar Muhammad, and the Mall of the Million Man March in Washington DC.

• Receiving over 40 awards for his contribution to his community and abolition work.